Overview
- A 14-year-old student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School after fatally shooting his grandparents, and he died at the scene from a self-inflicted wound, authorities said after Friday’s attack.
- Police said the gunman fired at least 26 rounds, officers recovered dozens more bullets and a handgun registered to his grandfather was found at the scene.
- Official casualty totals varied as the situation developed but authorities have reported multiple teachers and students killed and dozens wounded with several people in critical condition.
- Investigators have seized computers and other devices from the boy’s home and say he viewed violent content online while police interview witnesses to determine motive and planning.
- The prime minister has vowed new limits on public gun carrying and the Education Ministry has ordered stronger school security and mental health support, a response shaped by Thailand’s high civilian gun ownership and a string of recent mass shootings.